The Royals haven't confirmed the story, but multiple reports indicate that Edinson Volquez's father passed away in the Dominican Republic on Tuesday.
May 2015 - Baseball Wiretap
Reports: Edinson Volquez's Father Died Tuesday
Yankees Tried To Hire Ben Cherington
The Yankees called Ben Cherington about a job in their front office not long after he resigned as general manager of the Red Sox.
Raul A. Mondesi, 20, Makes Royals Roster
Raul A. Mondesi could become the first player ever to make his major-league debut in the World Series, according to ESPN Stats & Information.
Mets Add Juan Uribe To World Series Roster
Juan Uribe has not appeared in a game since leaving a pinch-hitting opportunity on Sept. 25 in Cincinnati with a flare-up of a chest injury.
Royals Working On Plan To Contain Daniel Murphy
Dave Eiland hinted that the Royals plan to pitch Daniel Murphy inside to neutralize his hot streak.
Anthopoulos: Blue Jays Will 'Be In The Game' To Re-Sign Price
David Price is expected to sign a six- or seven-year deal at $25-$30 million annually.
Domonic Brown Elects Free Agency
The Phillies outrighted Domonic Brown off their 40-man roster on October 19.
Manfred Says MLB 'Focused On Need To Promote Diversity'
Rob Manfred says that Major League Baseball is committed to making strides in minority hiring, amid the possibility the 2016 season will begin without an African-American manager.
Torii Hunter Retiring After 19 Seasons
Torii Hunter told the Star Tribune he began the year believing this would be his last in baseball, and he wants to focus on his family, with two of his sons playing college football.
Mattingly Interviews With Marlins; Dodgers May Have To Pay 2016 Salary
Don Mattingly interviewed with the Marlins on Monday for their vacant managerial position.
Edinson Volquez To Start Game 1 For Royals
Edinson Volquez will be followed by Johnny Cueto, Yordano Ventura and Chris Young in Games 2-4.
Could Giants Make Serious Run At Zack Greinke?
There is growing speculation among those in the industry that the Giants will take a serious run at Zack Greinke when he opts out of his deal with the Dodgers.
Brewers Willing To Listen To Offers On All Players
Jonathan Lucroy could be available, adding depth to the market of stars that could change teams this winter.
Nationals To Hold Second Interviews With Baker, Black
The Nationals have called Dusty Baker and Bud Black back for second interviews as they look to hire a new manager.
Only 12 Players From KC's ALCS Roster Played In 2014 World Series
The Royals played in the World Series last fall and very nearly took down the Giants, but they've ridden a considerably different roster to the Fall Classic this October.
Diamondbacks May Fill Pitching Coach Vacancy Internally
The Diamondbacks have interviewed at least six coaches from their organization as they search for a new pitching coach.
Ruben Amaro Jr. To Coach First-Base For Red Sox
Ruben Amaro Jr. is the former GM of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Phillies Hire Matt Klentak As New GM
Matt Klentak replaces Ruben Amaro Jr. who was fired in September.
Matt Harvey To Start For Mets In Game 1
The Mets will then turn to Jacob deGrom in Game 2, with Noah Syndergaard and Steven Matz to follow when the series shifts to Citi Field.
Alcides Escobar Named ALCS MVP
Royals leadoff hitter Alcides Escobar went 11-for-23 against the Blue Jays in the ALCS.
Braves To Look For Bullpen Help
Atlanta's relievers struggled in 2015, especially after Jason Grilli was lost to injury.
Mariners Name Scott Servais Manager
Scott Servais, an assistant general manager with the Angels, will be introduced on Monday.
Dombrowski Expected To 'Blow Up' Red Sox Farm System
One rival executive expects Dave Dombrowski to blow up the Red Sox's farm system this offseason in search of Major League talent.
Will Yankees Consider Trading Brett Gardner?
As a way to create and add flexibility to their roster, the Yankees might consider trading Brett Gardner this offseason.
Phillies Down To Three Candidates For GM
The club's organizational meetings begin on Monday and Jerry Crasnick of ESPN reports that someone could be in place by then.
Cubs Will Look To Add 'Impact Pitching'
Theo Epstein addressed the media on Thursday, less than 24 hours after the Mets swept the Cubs in the NLCS.
John Farrell's Cancer In Remission
The Red Sox have announced that post-treatment testing has revealed John Farrell is in remission from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Mattingly On Leaving Dodgers: 'This Was Best For Both Parties'
Don Mattingly says he leaves the Dodgers with mixed feelings after mutually agreeing to part ways.
Michael Conforto Becomes Third To Play In LLWS, CWS, WS
Michael Conforto will be just the third player to play in the Little League, College and World Series when the Mets resume play next week.
Report: Gabe Kapler Front-Runner To Manage Dodgers
As the Dodgers begin the search for a new manager, Gabe Kapler is reportedly a leading candidate.
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